TipWords to remember
Increase your child's exposure to new words by talking aloud as you go through your shopping list.
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Parlez-vous...?
Expose your toddler to the sounds of different languages to encourage language facility later in life.
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I hear you
Your child can show that she understands many words even though she can’t say them.
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From scribbling to writing
Two-year-olds may not make recognizable letters or pictures, but scribbling is important in learning how to write.
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Conversations count
Your baby may have been using only a handful of words before, but now she's bursting with new vocabulary. Learn how to keep those new words coming.
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Talk it up!
The research is in. When you have conversations with your child, quality and quantity both matter.
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How well do you know the Muffin Man?
We know conversations are important, but what to talk about? Try a song, for starters.
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What's the word?
Discover what words to expect now that your toddler's talking.
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A story about me
Children love to hear stories about themselves. Telling a simple story also helps to build their sense of order.
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Point out the printed word
To prepare your toddler for learning to read, run your fingers under the words as you read aloud.
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Toddler as teacher
Change the beginning sound of a familiar word and let your toddler correct you.
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The waiting game
When you ask your toddler a question, wait for the answer—it’s not as easy as it sounds!
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